Armatocereus laetus
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Summary
Source: WikipediaArmatocereus laetus is a species of Armatocereus from Peru.
Description
A cactus in the Cactaceae family native to tropical regions.
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Edible Uses
The white pulp of the fruit is eaten.
Traditional Uses
The white pulp of the fruit is eaten.
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Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
Ecuador, Peru, South America,
Cultivation
In cultivation, Cactus plants generally will not succeed in moist climates. They usually require a sunny position in a well-drained, circumneutral soil and to be kept more or less dry in the dormant season.
Propagation
Seed - Cuttings
Synonyms
References (3)
- Kermath, B. M., et al, 2014, Food Plants in the Americas: A survey of the domesticated, cultivated and wild plants used for Human food in North, Central and South America and the Caribbean. On line draft. p 89
- Nugent, J., 1999, Agaves and cacti., Permaculture plants. Sustainable Agriculture Research Institute. PO Box 10, Nanup, WA, 6275
- Martin, F. W., et al, 1987, Perennial Edible Fruits of the Tropics. USDA Handbook 642 p 87 (As Lemaireocereus laetus)
